Top sigths of Italy
Santa Maria del Fiore is probably the best known landmark of Florence. This magnificent cathedral was built in the 13th – 15th centuries. The building is made in elegant gothic style and decorated with green, red and white marble. Its inner premises are no less beautiful and are decorated with paintings and sculptures. Galleria degli Uffizi is a well-known centre of European art. The gallery exhibits works of Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Rafael, Titian, Giorgione and many other internationally famous Italian artists. … OpenChapters of the guide to Isola di Ischia
Best beaches
Lots of beautiful legends are associated with Citara beach; once it was considered that this part of the coast is protected by Venus. According to one of the legends, the high cliff at the coast is a petrified ship of Ulysses. Famous Giardini Poseidon Terme is a thermal complex located near this charming beach. The biggest beach on the island is three kilometers long Maronti sand beach. Once it was popular among … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
Be sure to buy at least one bottle of local wine for yourself or as a gift. Pietratorcia Vigne di Chignole, Perrazzo Bianco superior, Ischia Bianco are made from grapes grown on the island. The liqueur will also be an excellent souvenir. Fortunately, the assortment of this drink is huge here: bright yellow Limoncello with lemon, in some ways, is a landmark of the island, Nocillo with nut, Rucolino with herbs, … Open
Isola di Ischia for children - what to visit
Be sure to take your child to Aragonese castle. This majestic structure has remained till our days almost in its original form. The castle was built where an ancient fortification used to be. In addition to the magnificent view from its walls, the Aragonese Castle is famous for its especially large 550 sq.m. area and the ruins of 13 ancient churches, destroyed by the British in the 19th century. It is here … Open
Travel guide to Isola di Ischia
Travelers interested in primarily in beach recreation will enjoy their free time at Marina dei Maronti. The length of this beach is roughly 3,000 meters. As the beach is so long, there are areas with a developed infrastructure and absolutely wild strips of sand with few people. Citara Beach is no less popular. This beach is located in a picturesque mountain region. It is the best choice for travelers craving for … Open
Traditions and mentality of Isola di Ischia
The most important thing for the Italians, in general, is not career or success, but getting pleasure from life. The pleasure can be different, but it is rarely associated with hard work, and therefore locals can seem somewhat lazy. It is because of the principle of obtaining pleasures from everything that the Italians are very sensitive to the process of eating. Delicious food and wine here are appreciated … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Being surrounded by water from all sides, fish and seafood are very popular in Ischia. The best seafood courses you can find in the coastal restaurants, where the haul is always fresh. Tuna, gooseberry, king mackerel, squid, cuttlefish and sea urchin are fried, stewed, added to pizza, risotto, and salads. The mussels, which served with spicy sauce and as a separate dish, and as part of assorted seafood, and as … Open